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| Term | contra-angle handpiece |
| Variations | contra angle handpiece |
| See also | contra- |
| Definition | A handpiece where the shaft of the cutting tool is not parallel with the grip. Usually involves a set of gears to position the cutting tool at a more accessible angle to the object being cut. |
contra-angle handpiece
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